Categories b 2000 these recommendations are outdated. Further information on the individual courses, listed below, can be found by clicking on the links to the pdf course forms. Certificate course in laboratory animal science felasa. All members states and main stakeholder organisations were invited to nominate experts to participate in the work. Undergraduate and postgraduate students responses to mandatory courses felasa category c in laboratory animal science. I would like to thank ilar for inviting me to speak today. Categories a and c 1995 these recommendations are outdated. The board envisages that the resulting felasa accreditation scheme. The course is designed to impart theoretical knowledge and provide hands on training to the participants in laboratory animal science and management as per felasa standards. Special events os2 felasa abet course organisers numbers session number b.
Education and training needs to provide information and experience to ensure that the. Felasa accredits courses not people for functions a, b, c and d as well. Certificate course in laboratory animal science felasa cat. The results from the analysis of the course evaluations from felasa category c compulsory courses in laboratory animal science at uppsala university showed that the. The humane care and use of nonhuman animals for scientific purposes in africa and the middle east is generally impeded by the absence of standards, regulations, and enforcement.
The embl las course is the only felasa category c course in italy accreditation number 043 the felasa accreditation system was established to ensure uniform high quality education and training in the field of laboratory animal science in europe. Severity classification this stream includes some sessions on animal user training, professional development including a day. How to implementate the 3rs in education and training. Felasa accreditation of education and training courses in laboratory animal science according to the directive 201063eu. Pdf felasa accreditation of education and training.
Felasa guidelines, the felasa board established a working group, the remit of which was to consider and, where appropriate, to make recommendations for the delivery of education and training in accordance with the felasa principles outlined previously. The course is posted on the felasa website as felasa accredited and the course provider can deliver felasa certificates upon successful completion of the course. Severity classification monday 10th june 2019 poster session exhibition l u n c h b r e a k w e l c o m e r e c e p t i o n felasa 2019 preliminary program. Reports of the federation of european laboratory animal science associations working group on education accepted by the felasa board of management. Biology and husbandry of laboratory animals this theme focuses on aspects related with biology and husbandry of animals used in research, including behaviour, stress, welfare, husbandry, genetics, nutrition of laboratory animals. Report of the federation of european laboratory animal science associations working group on education of persons carrying. The participants will be provided working lunch and tea on all the days of training. The point of this examination is to measure the possible impact of the training on the situation. The simplest course structure is the eu function c for person taking care. Club c os1 felasa abet 1012pm the abc of standards of education and training in europe of1w severity workshop introductory session part 1. We recommend that you first save the form to your desktop before.
Pdf felasa accreditation of education and training courses in. The objective of this course is to meet the quality standards prescribed by the federation of european laboratory animal science associations felasa for persons directing or carrying out animal experiments and impart training to the scientists involved in. Informations about lab animal courses in english medizinische. The course is equivalent to a felasa b level directive function a, d eu directive 201063 art. Certificate course in laboratory animal science cclas. What are the required knowledge, skills, tools and techniques for training management. Together with elements of modules 1 4, they encompass the felasa recommendations for equivalent staff felasa category c in. Laboratory medicine our research is of immediate significance to human health and we contribute the skills needed for training of future healthcare personnel. Course in laboratory animal science for researchers, 10 ects. Governance of animal care and use for scientific purposes. Report of the federation of european laboratory animal science associations felasa working group on animal health accepted by the felasa board of management, november 1995. The administrative assistant is a selfexplanatory term and someone. Information includes minimum training requirements, duration of the course, contact details and in some cases a link to a more detailed course description and information from the provider. Pdf felasa accreditation of education and training courses.
Certificate course in laboratory animal science species. The simplest course structure is the eu function c for person taking care of animals. Appropriate training in animal biology, experimental techniques and other relevant topics is a prerequisite for responsible conduct with animals in research. Accommodation will be provided on payment basis at tanuvas guest house subject to availability. The staff shall be adequately educated and trained before they perform any of the following functions. A combination of lectures, group assignments and selfstudy exercises is used. Bergen introduction practical information about the course definition of laboratory animal science use of animal in science in norway lab animals and ethics. The objective of this course is to meet the quality standards prescribed by the federation of european laboratory animal science associations felasa for persons directing or carrying out animal experiments and.
In europe, the standard for such training is set by felasa federation for european laboratory animal science assocations. The course is a function abd course according to the eu directive 201063 eu article 23. Felasa introduction accreditation board of hm aalas. Directive 201063 on the protection of animals used for scientific or educational purposes. Felasa accredits courses that fulfil the requirements of functions a, b, c and d as defined by eu directive. The course is based on the recommendations from felasa category c and covers point a procedures, b design and d killing in article 23 of the directive 201063eu and the appendix e in the norwegian regulation on laboratory animal research for20150618761. Watch webinars the 6th annual laboratory animal science las virtual conference is now available on demand. Actually, we offer vtk courses for laboratory animals guiding felasa function a. Training management is the application of knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to training activities to realize the outcome of training. Aalas is a membership association of laboratory animal science professionals dedicated to the humane care and treatment of laboratory animals, as well as the quality research that leads to scientific gains that benefit people and animals. The first option is the standard method a character uses when they advance a level. Associations and councils american association for. Global head of animal welfare and compliance training at novartis pharmaceuticals.
The course is the equivalent of a felasa b level directive function a, d eu directive 201063 art. The above will require drivers to move this forward and prepare terms of reference for the information portal. The character immediately gains all of the benefits. The objective of this certificate course is to meet the quality standards prescribed by felasa federation of european laboratory animal science associations addressed to persons carrying out and responsible for directing animal experiments former category c course and impart training to the scientists involved in using the laboratory. Our laboratory animal science course mouserat provides an introduction to animal experimentation. The course is a function abd course according to the eu directive 201063eu article 23. Eurca a cooperative european project to support the use of nonanimal undergraduate education. Felasa recommendations for the health monitoring of mouse, rat, hamster, gerbil, guinea pig and rabbit experimental units. C certificate course in laboratory animal science felasa cat. Looking that i need more training for c is it better than b or is there no hierarchy between those. The organizing secretary, certificate course in laboratory animal science or through net banking ac no. Courses accredited by felasa under the functions system. Training and education the national academies press.
Recommendations for the accreditation of education. The felasa guidelines and recommendations are not regulatory but rather are proposals based on scienti c knowledge and the state of the art of laboratory animal science activities. Felasa recommendations for the accreditation of laboratory. Dissection of publication oe9w making openness a reality floors exhibition floor 1 poster session. Courses that have been accredited under the functions system can be downloaded here pdf. If the quality of training and documentation of experience is proven to be sufficient, this may facilitate the free exchange of scientists and enhance science and animal welfare. Club c os1 felasa abet 1012pm the abc of standards of education and training in europe of1w severity workshop introductory session part 1 of1w severity workshop introductory session part 2 club h ob14w feat. Following eudirective 201063eu and the working document on the development of a common education and training framework to fulfill the requirements under the directive brussels, 1920 february 2014, felasa is accrediting courses using the functions system. In other words, is training able to contribute to improving the. See table 1appendix 2 for a description of each module. Model management g a l a d i n n e r b r e a k l u n c h b r k felasa 2019 preliminary program wednesday. Felasa accredits courses that fulfil the requirements of functions a, b, c. Felasa accredited courses what is the felasa accreditation.
These two are different from the lead material development specialist also known as curriculum developer, who in some cases could be a hired consultant. Different european countries do not presently have such training courses in laboratory animal science for a number of reasons, including. Felasa recommendations on the education and training of persons working with laboratory animals. This should enable an appropriate balance to be achieved between oversight of the. Recommendations for the accreditation of education and training courses in las 2018 publications. The organizing secretary, certificate course in laboratory animal science or through net banking a c no. Carrying out procedures function a, speciesspecific. The only course accredited by felasa outside europe. Pdf felasa 2015 recommendations for the accreditation of. Report of the federation of european laboratory animal science associations working. This training program is intended to provide the foundation for responsible use of.
Laboratory animal science mouserat berlin, eu function a formerly felasa b course for laboratory animal science with 2. Embl introductory course laboratory animal science felasa. Felasa recommendations for the education and training of persons carrying out animal experiments category b. Exhibitors workshop czech, german w workshop requiring registration c. Felasa accredits courses that fulfil the requirements of functions a, b, c and d as defined by eu directive, article 23, as well as for designated veterinarians and specialists in laboratory animal science. Similarly, it is possible to define training management as follows. This is the only course accredited by felasa outside europe ref.
Felasa has 21 constituent associations representing 28 countries. Felasa40yearsand laboratory animal science association. Felasa introduction accreditation board of hm aalasfelasa wg. Course in laboratory animal science for researchers, 10. Felasa 2019 preliminary program monday 10th june 2019. Animal laboratory course difference between felasa b and c. I would also like to recognize my coauthor, who is in the audience today, sari tuominiemi. Together with elements of modules 1 4, they encompass the felasa recommendations for equivalent staff felasa category c in europe see felasa 2000 and appendix 2. Model management w workshop requiring registration d. Course in basics of laboratory animal science according to felasa b guidelines. You apply for the course by submitting a completed application form.
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